Listen To Your Mother

What happens when you actually follow your life’s path and calling? For our show’s guest you find yourself on a journey that transform you from Adrienne an American artist to Adishvari (Adi) a Peruvian medicine woman. Adi took the brave steps of truly answering life’s big questions; what brings us true happiness, what is our purpose, and how do we connect to our roots? When she went seeking for her answers it profoundly changed her for better, deepen her connections to the world, and she discovered her community. On the show Adi shares why and how without the deep connection of community, mother Earth, and the teachings of plant medicine can lead to a life of isolation, depression, and illness. She explains how using the concept of circle consciousness can immediately deepen any relationship you are in, and why it’s basis of human potential. At the end of the show she shares her top lessons she learned from our Mother Earth and what you can do to be more connected to your life’s path and potential.  To learn

In this week’s episode we discuss the science behind healing aspects of the sun. We shine the light on the myths about the sun, why an indoor lifestyle can leads to chronic illness, and how to appropriately use the sun’s energy to brighten your own. At the end of the show we share how to use the sun as medicine, shift your perspective on using light to heal, and why this health piece is as important as nutrition. If you are interested in booking a free 20 min nutritional consultation you can find our contact information on the website: http://www.nourishingdc.com/

Dr. Leslie Korn is a Harvard Medical School-trained traumatologist specializing in mental health nutrition and natural medicine approaches to treating the mind and body. She has a special interest in culture foods and medicines and has worked with indigenous populations in the US Mexico and Canada for over 40 years. She is the author of 7 books including Nutrition Essentials for Mental Health, Rhythms of Recovery Trauma Nature and the body, Eat Right Feel Right and the forthcoming The Good Mood Kitchen. On the show Dr. Korn shares how she uses nutrition to treat her clients with mental disorders, what foods she warns her clients about, and the 1st steps it takes to stabilize mood disorders.  You can learn more about Dr. Leslie Korn and her work at: http://drlesliekorn.com/  

Hilary Boynton is the author of The Heal Your Gut Cookbook and founder of Live Yum Yum, a lifestyle brand inspiring people to take control of their own health and prevent disease. On the show, Hilary shares how her fat-free days led to a number of health challenges including the inability to stay pregnant. After she healed her body with proper nutrition, so got pregnant, however through epigenetics she passed some nutritional deficiencies to her children. She healed her children on the foundation of proper nutrition. Now a proud mom of 5 Hilary shares the struggles and solutions of living a nourishing lifestyle and the balance to enjoy it all.  You can learn more about Hilary and her work on:   Instagram: @liveyumyum http://liveyumyum.com/

In June I traveled to Peru for a month to learn from the Shamans, about how to use sacred plant medicine; for healing, health, and spiritual connection. My mom (Rosalie Vilar) interviews me on my experience with what I learned, and how it changed my life. In this episode, I share about what do when you have "the Calling", my experience of a Ayahuasca ceremony, and how sacred plant medicine heals your spiritual journey. 

Lierre Keith is a writer, radical feminist, food activist, and environmentalist. Her book The Vegetarian Myth: Food, Justice, and Sustainability has been called “the most important ecological book of this generation.” She was a strict vegan for decades, which damaged her health. After a traditional Chinese medicine doctor convinced her that the diet was going to kill her, she listened and immediately started feeling better. During her process of recovery she went on to discover many writers, researchers, and experts to help her understand why adapting a traditional foods lifestyle helped her heal and what she had done to herself. On the show Lierre confesses why being a vegan didn't work the way it was promised, who the real enemy is when it comes to our food system, and how experiencing kindness & compassion was what she needed to break-through to healing her body needed. Now an expert on the subject, Lierre is also the co-author of Deep Green Resistance: Strategy to Save the Planet (Seven Stories Press,

Clare Rooney is a personal trainer, nutritional expert, & lifestyle coach from Ireland. Being very into nutrition from an early age as she studied physical education and chemistry. However after her vegetarian lifestyle failed her when she started to develop severe musculoskeletal issues and it took her years to figure out what was the underlying cause. Through many years of training and education she discovered she had heavy metal Aluminum toxicity. This caused her a lot of inflammation on her nervous system.  The most important thing she learned from her recovery was that everybody is different and a holistic Mind/Body/Spirit approach to healing is best. The issues she faced were traumatizing on many levels, however with her fighting spirit, determination, and surrounding myself with the best mentors she became educated on her issues and this was the path forward.  On the show Clare shares that nutrition is at the corner stone of health however not where you stop, why heavy metal toxicity can be hidden

Karen Frazier is a prolific health writer in the area of mind, body, and spirit. She started this journey back in her early 20’s when she was a personal trainer and bodybuilder and eventually “broke” her body. She was diagnosis Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and celiac disease. This left her obese, sluggish, and in constant pain. Now also exercise-intolerant, she became frustrated and disheartened and didn’t think she would ever be physically good at anything again.  After doing a ton of research she changed the way she ate to local, organic, sustainable, fruits, veggies, & animal proteins, and eliminated anything processed. She started with gentle exercise, first with walking then Nia and yoga. Her immediate improvement to her health was weight loss (145 pounds in about a 18 months), massive energy, and she could work out again. Through her own journey she started to write cookbooks for people with health conditions.  On the show Karen shares why over-exercise isn’t good for the body, why having the ‘perfect’ b

Ellen Goldsmith, Licensed Acupuncturist is the co-founder of Pearl Natural Health, a naturopathic, acupuncture and Chinese medicine clinic in Portland, Oregon. After being a lousy vegetarian and suffering from low energy for years she sought help from a brilliant barefoot Shiatsu therapist who taught her macrobiotics. After receiving a treatment from her, she felt as if body “woke up.” She now teaches Chinese Dietetics and its application in practice at the National University of Natural Medicine’s College of Classical Chinese medicine as well as in the Masters of Science of Nutrition program. Her international teaching has trained hundreds of health practitioners in the field of Asian bodywork, self-transformation, and End of Life Care. On the show Ellen shares the energetic force behind the nutritional healing, how following Chinese medicine philosophies became her guiding health light, and the science behind why receiving acupuncture can lead to a person’s ‘awakening.’ To learn more about Ellen and her wor

On the show my mom and I debate the benefits of a pure raw foods diet to heal the body. We examine if our ancestors had it right, what we learn from animals, and when is the appropriate time to incorporate a raw foods protocol. We also let you know that ‘catching’ a cold is not a thing, and why it’s the body’s way of screaming for help. We discuss the health benefits of incorporating some level of raw foods in your diet and share the raw foods that provide you with the most nutrients.  To learn more about what healing food protocol would be right for you, you can contact us at: http://www.nourishingdc.com

Mai T. Trinh was your typically corporate executive that didn't have the time to worry about her health. She drank a little too much, ate too little and when she did eat, it was the wrong food. Ignoring her body eventually led to shingles and IBS at 29 years old because her immune system was shot. At that point she realized she needed a complete overhaul of my life. During her first pregnancy at age 30 is when she got back into intuitive eating and being mindful of what was put into her my body. She returned to her eastern medicine roots and learned everything she could about healing her body naturally. She studied at Institute of Integrative Nutrition to be trained how to take this information into the workplace. She now has come full circle and returned to the corporate world to teach others how to avoid the same health & lifestyle mistakes she once made. On the show, Mai teaches what she uses to motivate people into success, how to navigate the murky waters of an unhealthy corporate environment, and wh

Dr. Susan Blum is the founder and director of Blum Center for health, and author of The Immune System Recovery Plan. She thought that her health was good because she was very active and athletic. However when she turned 40 she developed Hashimoto’s and that set her on a path to look at food and lifestyle in a new way. She learned part of her root cause stemmed from high levels of mercury along with sensitivity to gluten and dairy. When she treated the mercury (detox program) and removed these foods from her diet, she got her energy and life back.  On the show Dr. Blum explains how she healed from hashimoto with lifestyle change (food, stress, sleep), gut healing, removing toxins. That people can use holistic therapy and not only rely on treating symptoms with strong medications, and how tuning in to your body will let you know if you are on track.  You can learn more about Dr. Blum work on: www.blumhealthmd.com

Gracy Obuchowicz is an acclaimed yoga teacher, retreat leader, and self care mentor in the ever-stressed Washington, DC. Transforming from an overwhelmed, unfilled non-profit young associate to a self-care expert took years of reflection, internal work, and learning how to listen to herself. She knew she wasn’t in integrity with how she wanted to live her my life. To realign herself she studied and practiced Ayurveda (Indian based science) and found the ancient methods are the foundations of modern day self-care. She took that knowledge to start a practice of working with successful but overwhelmed women to help them slow down and enjoy their lives. She knows once we enjoy our lives, we live our way into our true purpose with ease.  On the show Gracy shares why practicing self-care is practicing self-love, what Ayurveda has to teach us about creating positive daily habits, and how to create new routines that can really takes care of you.  You can learn more about Gracy on her website:  http://www.selfcarewith

Arianna Taboada is a self-described espresso drinking, road-raging Angeleno. Even her yoga practice felt stressful. When she finally learned how to create the necessary health boundaries, the constant mental chatter she experienced slowed down. From there it started to give her enough time to make better decisions and connect to her internal wisdom about how she approached her every day activities. As new a mom she used these self-care principles to ease her body back from using restorative postpartum methods. The benefits expanded into her physical, psycho-emotional, and social spheres. One the show Arianna gives practical advice to new mothers who are struggling with postpartum & weight, her morning routine that brings her energy, and tips for your friends who want to be there for you. To learn more about Arianna and her work: http://www.ariannataboada.com  

Everyone’s favorite guest Rosalie Vilar aka my mom is back on the show. She returned from her class reunion tour. One major difference was how she felt energized and vital over her friends that felt tired and old. On the show we share how the difference breaks down to nutrition and lifestyle. We give you the 3 principles it takes to live a healthy lifestyle, the practical behaviors in healing your gut, and the three F’s of knowing if you are doing it right. At the end of the show I asked listened to email me at jay@nourishingdc.com or visit us at Nourish, LLC to say hello.    

Bestselling author Sally Fallon Morell has been advocating for our nutritional health for decades. She predicted the rise of bone broth, always knew that butter is a health food, and why we need animal fats for optimal health. On the show Sally talks about her new book, Nourishing Fats. We discuss why the public is confused about the benefits of saturated fat and cholesterol, the science of brain and animal fats, what brings us happiness, and why a nourished mind is better than any drug out there. You can learn more about Sally Fallon Morell and buy her book(s) on: http://nourishingtraditions.com/nourishing-fats-need-animal-fats-health-happiness/

Dr. Terry Wahls is a functional medicine practitioner, clinical researcher, and clinical professor of medicine at the University of Iowa. Though she is at the forefront of functional medicine, what sets Dr. Wahls apart is her experience using nutrition and lifestyle interventions to treat progressive health problems to heal her own MS, and later, that of others. Within a year of beginning her Wahls Protocol, Dr. Wahls went from being bound to a zero-gravity chair to completing an 18-mile bike tour - without any disease modifying drugs or surgery.  Dr. Wahls shares how her toxic environment led her body into disease, the work in  removing it, and how her struggle led to being a beacon of hope for so many with an autoimmune disease. She wrote a book called, The Wahls Protocol Cooking for Life which helps others with an autoimmune disease heal their body with nutrition. You can learn more about Dr. Terry Wahls on: http://terrywahls.com/wahls-protocol-cooking-for-life  Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/Terry

Erin Foushee, NTP has always been passionate about health and wellness. She realized that eating healthy and cross training made a significant difference in her athletic performance and even in her mental focus at school. Desiring to have a competitive edge over her athletic opponents, she took the time to research and implement all that she learned about health into her lifestyle. On the show Erin describes the nutritional principles she teaches athletes and high performers on achieving a competitive advantage. We look into what happens to our bodies when we don’t pay attention to our sleep, and learn the 3 things to do in creating your bedtime routine. Erin ends the show sharing mother’s morning routine that was at the foundation of her healthy lifestyle. You can learn more about Erin and her work on: Don't Survive. Thrive. E-book Facebook page Fortis Wellness  NTP - Corporate Wellness Training Program  

Growing up on TV dinners and lots of sugar Dr. Emily Telfair never imagined herself becoming a naturopathic doctor. However being drawn to the mind, body and spirit of healing she became fascinated by the science of neurotransmitters. This led her on her path into becoming a ND to help families on their healing journey. On the show, Dr. Emily shares the science behind the mind, body and spirit, why we are so attracted to harmful foods, and ways to win the battle when feeding picky kids. At the end of the show you’ll learn the one lesson her mom taught her that brought her to tears of gratitude.  You can learn more about Dr. Emily on:  https://dremilytelfair.com http://www.naturopathic.org

Loving the skin you are in is easy when it’s soft, silky, and smooth. Now can you say the same when you have eczema? Dr. Carrie Runde dealt with eczema as a child with conventional treatment. It addressed the surface symptoms however deepened the root causes, which lead to long term effects on her endocrine system. On the path to heal herself naturally she found naturopathic medicine. She now works as a naturopathic doctor, helping kids and families heal themselves without the long-term health consequences she suffered through. On the show she teaches us how solving only for the symptoms could cause long-term damage, how homoeopathic remedies are safer and move effective than prescription medications, and a 3 prong approach in solving for adrenal fatigue. You can learn more about Dr. Runde’s work at:  http://caseyhealth.org/carrie-runde/